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Tirzepatide found to be more cost-effective than semaglutide in patients with knee osteoarthritis, obesity
A microsimulation model was used to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of two glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP1RAs), semaglutide and tirzepatide, for... Read more -
Overweight and obesity don't always increase the risk of an early death, Danish study finds
It is possible to be "fat but fit," new research presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for... Read more -
Social media nutrition misinformation fuels food-based attachments
Whether you're at a party, a family gathering or even at work, chances are you've heard someone say, "I'm on... Read more -
Green tea improves insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance in obese mice
Green tea is an ancient beverage recognized for its medicinal and antioxidant properties. It has been widely studied for its... Read more -
Obese surpass undernourished youths for first time, UN warns
Obesity has skyrocketed among children and adolescents bombarded by "unethical" marketing of junk food, outpacing undernourishment to become the leading... Read more -
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs pose hidden risks for young women, warn experts
Women taking popular weight-loss medications during their reproductive years may be unaware of associated risks to pregnancy and unborn babies,... Read more -
As insurers struggle with GLP-1 drug costs, some seek to wean patients off
After losing 50 pounds on the injectable weight loss medication Zepbound, Kyra Wensley received a surprising letter from her pharmacy... Read more -
WHO backs weight-loss drugs, urges cheap generics
The World Health Organization recommended a range of blockbuster weight-loss drugs to treat diabetes and obesity globally for the first... Read more -
Weight change may contribute to cognitive decline in older adults
Adults over 65 whose weight decreases or fluctuates by more than 5% may experience faster cognitive decline, according to researchers... Read more -
Machine learning to help identify 'hidden fat' on routine bone scans
Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) are developing an artificial intelligence algorithm that can use bone density scans captured to... Read more -
Less than half of England has access to Mounjaro on the NHS months after roll-out
Less than half of England has access to tirzepatide (Mounjaro) through their GP, despite the NHS roll-out of the weight-loss... Read more
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How stress and social struggles fuel America's obesity crisis
As obesity in America continues to rise at alarming rates, researchers are finding that diet and exercise are not the... Read more -
Activating brown fat may yield a new strategy to tackle obesity
Is it possible to treat obesity without reducing food intake? A new study co-led by Dr. Antonio Zorzano and Dr.... Read more -
Updated food reactivity tool explains why we eat what we see
Close your eyes and visualize the following: a decadent piece of chocolate cake, a bouquet of fully bloomed red roses,... Read more -
Wegovy linked to lower heart risks than similar drugs, study suggests
The weight-loss drug Wegovy may lower the risk of heart attack, stroke or death more than similar medications, according to... Read more
